Project Manager - Defect Management

As a Project Manager - Defect Management, you will be part of the Project Management Office supporting software implementation and defect management initiatives. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Project Manager - Defect Management
Location: Akron, Ohio (hybrid acceptable; remote considered)
Pay Range: $60hr with benefits
Duration: 12mo contract to hire
Candidates: US Citizens or GC Holders

What's the Job?

• Coordinate with vendor (SSP Innovations) on software customization and delivery
• Lead defect management: prioritize, escalate, and track issues
• Oversee testing: work closely with 10 testers, manage test cycles and feedback
• Drive Agile release planning and scope definition
• Support change management and user adoption efforts

What's Needed?

• Strong project management experience in software implementation
• Deep understanding of Agile development and release cycles
• Experience with defect tracking and prioritization
• Ability to lead testing coordination and user feedback sessions
• Comfortable presenting to executive leadership

What's in it for me?

• Engage in a collaborative and feedback-driven client culture
• Work on impactful projects supporting user adoption
• Opportunity for immediate start with a minimum 12-month duration
• Develop your skills in a dynamic environment
• Contribute to innovative software implementation initiatives

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About Manpower Group, Parent Company of:
Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

Manpower Group® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills.

Our expert family of brands - Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells - creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 Manpower Group was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.